2000 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
